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Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy)

Zhang Ruoai , 1704

Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy), by Zhang Ruoai, unspecified, 1704
Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy), by Zhang Ruoai, unspecified, 1704

Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy) is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Zhang Ruoai. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1967.193.b
Credit line
Anonymous Gift

About this work

Overview

Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings is a still life painting created by Zhang Ruoai around 1704. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a composition of plants and birds against a light background, featuring a bamboo stalk, a flowering bush, and two small birds. A red circle contains Chinese characters, possibly adding a symbolic or poetic layer to the work.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of bright colors and detailed brushwork creates a sense of vitality in the scene. The inclusion of the artist's signature within the central circle adds a personal touch to the work.

Artist & collection

Artist

Zhang Ruoai

Zhang Ruoai (1713–1746) was a Chinese artist.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy)?

Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy) was painted by Zhang Ruoai in 1704.

Where can I see Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy)?

Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy)?

Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy) is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy)?

Museum-quality prints of Desk Album: Flower and Bird Paintings (Bats, rocks, flowers circular calligraphy) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.